by Editor | May 22, 2026 | General News
By Amy Connolly Florida’s luxury housing market gained momentum in early 2026, with multimillion-dollar home and condo sales rising sharply statewide, led by strong growth in the ultra-high-end market. Florida’s luxury housing market surged in early 2026, with...
by Editor | May 22, 2026 | General News
As competition grows and larger brokerages invest heavily in retention and technology, more agents are combining direct mail, email, digital content and relationship-based outreach into coordinated campaigns designed to create long-term visibility and steady business...
by Editor | May 22, 2026 | General News
By Amy Connolly A new report found buyers in the South made smaller down payments than buyers in other parts of the country during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting lower home prices across many Southern markets even as affordability pressures remain elevated...
by Editor | May 21, 2026 | General News
By Alex Veiga The 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.51% from 6.36% last week, while rates on 15-year loans moved to 5.85% from 5.71% last week. The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed this week to its highest level in nearly nine months, driving up...
by Editor | May 21, 2026 | General News
By Amy Connolly Federal Reserve officials said rate hikes could still be considered if inflation stays high, adding uncertainty for buyers and sellers hoping for lower mortgage rates. For months, many buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals expected mortgage...
by Editor | May 21, 2026 | General News
By Amy Connolly Florida’s housing market is entering a period where the next several months could help determine whether conditions stabilize or soften later in 2026, according to Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor. Florida’s housing market is entering...
